According to reliable sources, Taapsee Pannu has been signed opposite Riteish Deshmukh in Anubhav Sinha's next, Hunkaar. Reportedly, the film also stars Abhay Deol in a parallel lead. Our source revealed, “The film is a revenge drama, set in Benares. Taapsee will be seen playing a typical Benarasi girl - subdued and demure. The shoot begins early next year.“

Sinha was previously quoted as saying, “Hunkaar is a tribute to my hometown.“